Attention:
- Research a mishap case study:
- Discuss how the initial conditions developed into an incident/accident/mishap
- Relate similar personal experience of the same type of incident/accident/mishap
- Consider incorporating a case study as a guided scenario
Motivator:
- Lost aircraft procedures can be simplified down to five simple steps called "The 5 C's"
- Note, this page does not pertain to remotely-piloted aircraft system lost communications
Overview:
Topic:
Time:
Introduction:
0:05
Lost Procedures:
0:15
Review (quiz):
0:05
Case Studies:
0:05
Total Ground Time:
0:30
Required Materials:
- Paper, Pen, Marker, Whiteboard
Instructor Actions:
Student Actions:
- Complete assigned reading (see content above)
- Ask pertinent questions
- Perform self-assessment, including fitness for flight and personal minimums, as appropriate
- Make a go/no-go decision, as appropriate
Lost Procedures Guided Scenario(s):
- While flying to a new destinationa cross unfamiliar terrain and airspace, the pilot searches for their checkpoint, but cannot find it
- What are some reasons the pilot may be in the correct place, but unable to tell?
- What are some reasons the pilot is in fact not in the correct place, therefore lost?
- Should the pilot immediately stop flying their plan? Why?
- Should the pilot turnaround? Why?
- Should the pilot continue? Why?
- The pilot continues and see's their next checkpoint, however, after a few more checkpoints they realize they are again lost
- Since the checkpoint they had chosen was a large lake, they believe they did something wrong
- What should the pilot do?
- What options for assistance exist?
- What are the five C's?
- How does each "C" assist the pilot in locating their procedure to get back on course or safely divert for landing?
- Related scenarios:
- Aids: None
Lost Procedures Case Studies:
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Takeoff and Climb Case Studies:
Private Pilot (Airplane) Lost Procedures Airman Certification Standards:
- Objective: To determine the applicant exhibits satisfactory knowledge, risk management, and skills associated with lost procedures and can take appropriate steps to achieve a satisfactory outcome if lost
- References: AIM; FAA-H-8083-2 (Risk Management Handbook), FAA-H-8083-3 (Airplane Flying Handbook), FAA-H-8083-25 (Pilot Handbook of Aeronautical Knowledge); VFR Navigation Charts
Private Pilot (Airplane) Lost Procedures Knowledge:
The applicant demonstrates understanding of:-
PA.VI.D.K1:
Methods to determine position. -
PA.VI.D.K2:
Assistance available if lost (e.g., radar services, communication procedures).
Private Pilot (Airplane) Lost Procedures Risk Management:
The applicant is able to identify, assess, and mitigate risk associated with:-
PA.VI.D.R1:
Collision hazards. -
PA.VI.D.R2:
Distractions, task prioritization, loss of situational awareness, or disorientation. -
PA.VI.D.R3:
Recording times over waypoints. -
PA.VI.D.R4:
When to seek assistance or declare an emergency in a deteriorating situation.
Private Pilot (Airplane) Lost Procedures Skills:
The applicant exhibits the skill to:-
PA.VI.D.S1:
Use an appropriate method to determine position. -
PA.VI.D.S2:
Maintain an appropriate heading and climb as necessary. -
PA.VI.D.S3:
Identify prominent landmarks. -
PA.VI.D.S5:
Select an appropriate course of action.
Re-Motivation:
Closure:
- Advise students that this lesson will be used as a starting point for the next lesson
- Assign study materials for the next lesson
Conclusion:
- Hard copies of the ACS and Oral Exam Guides can be purchased at: Amazon
- Digital copies of the ACS can be found on the FAA's website at: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/acs/
- The FAA provides guidance for test taking at: https://www.faa.gov/training_testing/training/pilot_tips/
- Test guides can be found on the FAA's website at: http://www.faa.gov/training_testing/testing/test_guides/media/faa-g-8082-17i.pdf
- To learn more about earning the practical test, visit the checkride page